Community’s dedication helps turtles thrive

By Keri Harvey

Jul 7, 2018 8:30 am

In the Ponta do Ouro Partial Marine Reserve in southern Mozambique, the local community are included in conservation efforts: they closely monitor turtles and fish catches, and ensure that poaching is kept to a minimum. It’s a conservation success story, supported by the Peace Parks Foundation and implemented Africa-style.

The Lombards have patrolled this stretch of beach, which extends for 30km, for the past 23 yearsPhoto: Keri Harvey

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